Little by little
Example: Little by little, the baby learned to walk on her own.
Definition
"Little by little" is an expression used to describe a gradual process or change that happens slowly and steadily over time. It often implies progress or development occurring in small, incremental steps rather than all at once.
Etymology
The phrase "little by little" comes from the repetition of the word "little," emphasizing gradualness. It dates back to Middle English and has been used for centuries to convey slow and steady progression. Did you know? This phrase highlights patience and persistence in achieving goals.
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"Little by little" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 130 commonly used expressions.
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